Abhishek

Abhishek is a Professor in the Department of Aerospace Engineering at the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur. His research focuses on rotary wing aeromechanics, hover capable micro air vehicles, multi-body dynamics, and helicopter design.

Education

• PhD in Aerospace Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park, 2010
• M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, University of Maryland, College Park, 2005
• B.Tech in Aerospace Engineering, IIT Kharagpur, 2002

Research Interests

Professor Abhishek's research spans several critical areas in aerospace engineering, with a particular focus on rotary wing systems. His work in hover capable micro air vehicles has significant implications for unmanned aerial systems. He has made notable contributions to multi-body dynamics and inverse flight dynamics simulation for helicopters, advancing our understanding of complex rotorcraft behavior. His research in helicopter design and wind turbines bridges theoretical principles with practical applications.

Research Trends

Professor Abhishek's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on rotor dynamics and aeromechanics. His work spans both military and civilian applications, with research on cycloidal rotors, variable geometry rotor concepts, and vertical axis wind turbines. His research integrates computational methods with experimental validation to address complex aerodynamic challenges.

Awards and Recognition

• Invited to editorial board of Journal of Unmanned Systems Technology (JUST)
• Vertical Flight Foundation Graduate Award of the American Helicopter Society in Ph.D. category, 2008
• First Position in design in American Helicopter Society/Agusta Westland student competition (graduate category) for helicopter design, 2004

Research Projects

Professor Abhishek led the project "Design and Development of an IC Engine Powered Autonomous Quadrotor" from 2015-2017, demonstrating his expertise in unmanned aerial systems and practical engineering applications.